Valentine’s DayValentine’s Day  Everything begins in Rome, a few centuries before our era. Every February 15, Romans Everything begins in Rome, a few centuries before our era. Every February 15, Romans

celebrated the Lupercalia, in honor of the god Faunus.celebrated the Lupercalia, in honor of the god Faunus.This was the descendant of Saturn. Patron deity of flocks and fertility, Faunus also This was the descendant of Saturn. Patron deity of flocks and fertility, Faunus also

attacked the wolves, hence its nickname Lupercus.attacked the wolves, hence its nickname Lupercus.February 15, Luperci twelve priests of Faunus met in the cave of Lupercal, at the foot of February 15, Luperci twelve priests of Faunus met in the cave of Lupercal, at the foot of

the Palatine (this is where Romulus and Remus, according to legend, were suckled the Palatine (this is where Romulus and Remus, according to legend, were suckled by a wolf.).by a wolf.).

Wearing a simple loincloth, so they sacrificed a goat. Then the priest asked the priest Wearing a simple loincloth, so they sacrificed a goat. Then the priest asked the priest blood soaked knife on his forehead, blood was then wiped with a tuft of wool soaked blood soaked knife on his forehead, blood was then wiped with a tuft of wool soaked in milk.in milk.

At that time, the twelve men roared with laughter, and then ran through the streets of At that time, the twelve men roared with laughter, and then ran through the streets of Rome. Armed with whips goatskin, then they whipped young women to make them Rome. Armed with whips goatskin, then they whipped young women to make them fertile (the goat was a symbol of fertility.).fertile (the goat was a symbol of fertility.).

Valentine, whose real name is Valentine of Terni, was a monk who lived in Rome during Valentine, whose real name is Valentine of Terni, was a monk who lived in Rome during the third century AD This man of faith was reputed to marry couples according to the the third century AD This man of faith was reputed to marry couples according to the rites of the Church, and was helping to persecuted Christians.rites of the Church, and was helping to persecuted Christians.

The Emperor Claudius II Gothicus, having learned the actions of Valentin, then decided The Emperor Claudius II Gothicus, having learned the actions of Valentin, then decided to imprison him.to imprison him.

In his cell, the monk met Julia, the daughter of his jailer. The young woman, blind from In his cell, the monk met Julia, the daughter of his jailer. The young woman, blind from birth, then entertained friendly relations with the captive.birth, then entertained friendly relations with the captive.

Then one day Julia regained his sight when she was talking with Valentin.Then one day Julia regained his sight when she was talking with Valentin.The latter was immediately presented to the Emperor (the monk tried in vain to convert The latter was immediately presented to the Emperor (the monk tried in vain to convert

to Christianity.).to Christianity.).Claudius II, ruthless, ordered the killing of a prisoner.Claudius II, ruthless, ordered the killing of a prisoner.On February 14, 269 AD, Valentine was first beaten by the legionaries, then, refusing to On February 14, 269 AD, Valentine was first beaten by the legionaries, then, refusing to

die, was finally beheaded.die, was finally beheaded.After many years, Pope Gelasius I ° decided to ban the pagan festival of Lupercalia, After many years, Pope Gelasius I ° decided to ban the pagan festival of Lupercalia,

celebrated on February 15. He then chose to substitute the feast of St. Valentine, celebrated on February 15. He then chose to substitute the feast of St. Valentine, celebrated on February 14 (the official date of death of Valentine.).celebrated on February 14 (the official date of death of Valentine.). www.france-export-fv.comwww.france-export-fv.com

Crab’s KiwiCrab’s KiwiFor 4 people:For 4 people:4 kiwis4 kiwis50 g of crabmeat50 g of crabmeat50 g shelled prawns50 g shelled prawnsJuice of half a limeJuice of half a lime1 tablespoon mayonnaise1 tablespoon mayonnaiseSalt and pepperSalt and pepper

Preparation time: 15 minutesPreparation time: 15 minutes

Directions:Directions:

Cut kiwi caps and empty one-third of their flesh. Cut kiwi caps and empty one-third of their flesh. Put the flesh in a bowl recovered. Put the flesh in a bowl recovered. Cut into small cubes. Cut into small cubes. Add to pulp kiwi, flaked crab and shrimp finely chopped with a Add to pulp kiwi, flaked crab and shrimp finely chopped with a knife. Salt and pepper, sprinkle with lemon juice and add the knife. Salt and pepper, sprinkle with lemon juice and add the tablespoon of mayonnaise. tablespoon of mayonnaise. Stir and garnish with kiwi dug.Stir and garnish with kiwi dug. Serve chilled!Serve chilled!

Valentine’s SoupValentine’s SoupIngredients:Ingredients:1 kg carrots1 kg carrots300 gr potatoes300 gr potatoes75 g fresh ginger75 g fresh ginger1 chicken broth1 chicken brothcreamcreamSalt Salt Preparation: 15 Preparation: 15

minutesminutesCooking Cooking

time: 45 minutestime: 45 minutes

Directions:Directions:Peel the vegetables and cut them Peel the vegetables and cut them into small pieces. Bake in a pre-salt into small pieces. Bake in a pre-salt chicken broth. Mix everything. Add chicken broth. Mix everything. Add a dash of cream and grated ginger.a dash of cream and grated ginger.

Chicken Marsala with Linguine Chicken Marsala with Linguine RecipeRecipe

Ingredients:Ingredients:33  tbsp whole-wheat flourtbsp whole-wheat flour33  tbsp white flourtbsp white flour1/4 tsp white pepper1/4 tsp white pepper1 – 1 1/2 lb chicken cutlets1 – 1 1/2 lb chicken cutlets3 cups sliced mushrooms3 cups sliced mushrooms2 tbsp thinly sliced shallots2 tbsp thinly sliced shallots1/2 cup Marsala wine1/2 cup Marsala wine1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth2 tbsp chopped parsley2 tbsp chopped parsley1/2 tsp chopped fresh thyme leaf1/2 tsp chopped fresh thyme leaf

Directions:Directions:In a shallow bowl, combine flours and pepper. Dredge chicken in mixture and set In a shallow bowl, combine flours and pepper. Dredge chicken in mixture and set

aside.aside.Lightly coat a large, nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat on medium-high. Lightly coat a large, nonstick skillet with cooking spray and heat on medium-high. Add chicken and saute until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.Add chicken and saute until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.Remove cutlets to a plate and keep warm.Remove cutlets to a plate and keep warm.Add mushrooms and shallots to pan; stir for 1 to 2 minutes.Add mushrooms and shallots to pan; stir for 1 to 2 minutes.Add wine to pan. Reduce to a glaze, scraping any loose brown bits from bottom of Add wine to pan. Reduce to a glaze, scraping any loose brown bits from bottom of

pan.pan.Reduce heat and add broth, parsley, and thyme. Stir; cook until broth reduces by Reduce heat and add broth, parsley, and thyme. Stir; cook until broth reduces by

half.half.Return chicken to pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve hot.Return chicken to pan and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve hot.

Soba NoodlesSoba NoodlesIngredients:Ingredients:1 9oz packet1 9oz packetSalt and Pepper as per tasteSalt and Pepper as per tasteSesame seeds – 2 Tbsp lightly toastedSesame seeds – 2 Tbsp lightly toastedCucumber thinly julienne optionalCucumber thinly julienne optionalLime wedges optionalLime wedges optionalSauce Ingredients:Sauce Ingredients:Scallions – 1 ½ cup finely choppedScallions – 1 ½ cup finely choppedGinger – 2 Tbsp mincedGinger – 2 Tbsp mincedCilantro – ¼ cup choppedCilantro – ¼ cup choppedSesame oil/ grape seed oil/ any neutral oil – 2-3 TbspSesame oil/ grape seed oil/ any neutral oil – 2-3 TbspChili oil – 2 tspChili oil – 2 tspSoy sauce – 1TbspSoy sauce – 1TbspRice wine vinegar – 2 TbspRice wine vinegar – 2 TbspHoney – 2 TbspHoney – 2 TbspSalt – 1 tsp, as soy sauce is salty too so be careful with the salt / Black pepper – 1 tspSalt – 1 tsp, as soy sauce is salty too so be careful with the salt / Black pepper – 1 tsp

Directions:Directions:Mix all the ingredients for Sweet Ginger Scallion sauce in the bowl, check for the seasoning. Mix all the ingredients for Sweet Ginger Scallion sauce in the bowl, check for the seasoning. Keep it aside for 10 -15 minutes for the flavors to develop.Keep it aside for 10 -15 minutes for the flavors to develop.Boil the soba noodles as per the instruction on the package.Boil the soba noodles as per the instruction on the package.If you need them cold, drain well with the cold water once they are cooked. If you need them cold, drain well with the cold water once they are cooked. Or just drain the water in which they boiled if you like them hot.Or just drain the water in which they boiled if you like them hot.Add the sauce, sesame seeds and toss the noodles well, check for the seasoning one last time.Add the sauce, sesame seeds and toss the noodles well, check for the seasoning one last time.Sprinkle lime juice if you like and also if you like add some julienne cucumber.Sprinkle lime juice if you like and also if you like add some julienne cucumber.Give a final toss.Give a final toss.

Salmon en PapilloteSalmon en PapilloteIngredients:Ingredients:4  salmon fillets4  salmon fillets1 lemon, juice only1 lemon, juice onlysalt and ground black pepper to tastesalt and ground black pepper to taste4 12x18-inch pieces of parchment paper4 12x18-inch pieces of parchment paper1 lemon, thinly sliced1 lemon, thinly sliced1/2 cup green onions, chopped1/2 cup green onions, chopped8 spears fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces8 spears fresh asparagus, cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces4 teaspoons olive oil4 teaspoons olive oilCheck All Add to Shopping ListCheck All Add to Shopping List

Directions:Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).Rinse salmon fillets in cold water, place onto a plate, and squeeze a lemon over the Rinse salmon fillets in cold water, place onto a plate, and squeeze a lemon over the salmon. Sprinkle fillets with salt and black pepper.salmon. Sprinkle fillets with salt and black pepper.Fold a piece of parchment paper in half crosswise, and center a salmon fillet on one Fold a piece of parchment paper in half crosswise, and center a salmon fillet on one side of the paper. Place 1 or 2 lemon slices on top of the salmon, and surround with 2 side of the paper. Place 1 or 2 lemon slices on top of the salmon, and surround with 2 cut-up asparagus spears. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of green onion over the lemon cut-up asparagus spears. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of green onion over the lemon slices, and fold the parchment paper over the salmon. Fold the edges of the paper slices, and fold the parchment paper over the salmon. Fold the edges of the paper over several times, all around the open edges, to seal the salmon into a parchment over several times, all around the open edges, to seal the salmon into a parchment paper envelope. (Do not tape the parchment paper closed.) Place the sealed paper envelope. (Do not tape the parchment paper closed.) Place the sealed envelopes onto a baking sheet, and brush the tops of each packet with about 1 envelopes onto a baking sheet, and brush the tops of each packet with about 1 teaspoon of olive oil.teaspoon of olive oil.Bake in the preheated oven until the asparagus is tender and the salmon is opaque Bake in the preheated oven until the asparagus is tender and the salmon is opaque and slightly flaky, 20 to 25 minutes. To serve, place a packet onto a plate, and cut and slightly flaky, 20 to 25 minutes. To serve, place a packet onto a plate, and cut open the paper to release the aroma.open the paper to release the aroma.

Chicken with Cider and ApplesChicken with Cider and ApplesFor 4 People:For 4 People:4 beautiful choice of chicken (thighs white wings)4 beautiful choice of chicken (thighs white wings)two onionstwo onionsa bottle of cidera bottle of cider2 golden apples2 golden applesFlourFlourCreamCreambrandy (optional)brandy (optional)OilOilbutterbutter

Directions:Directions:

In oil and butter hot, fry the chicken and onions.In oil and butter hot, fry the chicken and onions.When two took a nice color, add a tablespoon of flour over the chicken and When two took a nice color, add a tablespoon of flour over the chicken and

mix mix (this is toget a nice sauce).(this is toget a nice sauce).Pour the cider to cover the chicken and cover your pot.Pour the cider to cover the chicken and cover your pot.Simmer over low heat for 40 minutes.Simmer over low heat for 40 minutes.Sauté apples in butter and add the juice 15 minutes before the end of Sauté apples in butter and add the juice 15 minutes before the end of

cooking.cooking.When cooked chicken add a tablespoon of heavy cream.When cooked chicken add a tablespoon of heavy cream.

Exotic FruitsExotic Fruits

Ingredients:Ingredients: Pineapple Pineapple Kiwi Kiwi passion fruit passion fruit figs figs Mango Mango Melon Melon banana banana MintMint

Directions:Directions:

Peel the pineapple and keep the bark for support.Peel the pineapple and keep the bark for support.

After having peeled fruit, cut into thin slices and put them.After having peeled fruit, cut into thin slices and put them.

Raise fresh mint.Raise fresh mint.

Enjoy!Enjoy!

Heart LollipopHeart LollipopFor 2 people:For 2 people:50 g almonds50 g almonds25 g flour25 g flour20 g butter20 g butter60 g sugar60 g sugar3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder30 g chocolate30 g chocolate2 eggs2 eggs1/2 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking powderof white fondantof white fondantfew drops of red dyefew drops of red dye

Preparation time: 10 minutesPreparation time: 10 minutesCooking time: 10 minutesCooking time: 10 minutes

Directions:Directions:

Mix dry ingredients (ground almonds, flour, sugar, cocoa powder and Mix dry ingredients (ground almonds, flour, sugar, cocoa powder and baking powder).baking powder).In a bowl, beat eggs with an electric mixer.In a bowl, beat eggs with an electric mixer.Melt the chocolate with the butter, then add the egg still down.Melt the chocolate with the butter, then add the egg still down.Add the dry ingredients to the egg and pour into small silicone molds Add the dry ingredients to the egg and pour into small silicone molds form of heart.form of heart.For the presentation, use wooden skewers.For the presentation, use wooden skewers.

Chocolate CakeChocolate CakeIngredients:Ingredients:2 cups all-purpose flour2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons baking powder2 teaspoons baking soda2 teaspoons baking soda1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon salt2 cups granulated sugar2 cups granulated sugar2 cups water2 cups water4 ounces unsweetened chocolate4 ounces unsweetened chocolate6 tablespoons unsalted butter6 tablespoons unsalted butter1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 teaspoon vanilla extract2 eggs, lightly beaten2 eggs, lightly beaten

Directions:Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°. Preheat the oven to 350°. Butter and flour two 8-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper.Butter and flour two 8-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper.In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; set aside.In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar with the water. Bring to a boil over high heat and In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar with the water. Bring to a boil over high heat and stir until the sugar dissolves; then pour into a large bowl.stir until the sugar dissolves; then pour into a large bowl.Add the chocolate and butter and let sit, stirring occasionally, until melted and slightly cooled. Add the chocolate and butter and let sit, stirring occasionally, until melted and slightly cooled. Stir in the vanilla.Stir in the vanilla.Beat the eggs into the chocolate mixture at medium speed until combined.Beat the eggs into the chocolate mixture at medium speed until combined.Add the dry ingredients all at once and beat at medium speed until smooth.Add the dry ingredients all at once and beat at medium speed until smooth.Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for about 25 minutes, or until Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and bake for about 25 minutes, or until the top springs back when pressed lightly and a cake tester comes out clean.the top springs back when pressed lightly and a cake tester comes out clean.Cool the cakes in their pans for about 25 minutes, then invert onto a rack to cool completely.Cool the cakes in their pans for about 25 minutes, then invert onto a rack to cool completely.When completely cool, frost with your favorite frosting, preferably chocolate. (You will need When completely cool, frost with your favorite frosting, preferably chocolate. (You will need about 3 1/2 cups of frosting.).about 3 1/2 cups of frosting.).

Coconut PieCoconut PieIngredients:2 cups milk2 cups milk1/3 cup melted butter1/3 cup melted butter3/4 cup sugar3/4 cup sugar1 cup coconut1 cup coconut3 eggs3 eggs1/2 cup flour1/2 cup flour1 dash salt1 dash salt2 teaspoons vanilla2 teaspoons vanilla

Directions:Directions:

Melt butter then add all ingredients into mixing bowl.Melt butter then add all ingredients into mixing bowl.Mix well.Mix well.Pour into greased 10" pie plate.Pour into greased 10" pie plate.Bake 40 minutes at 350F degrees.Bake 40 minutes at 350F degrees.Pie makes its own crust!Pie makes its own crust!

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